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Form 10 A Informed Consent Form

This document provides an informed consent form for participants in a study conducted by researchers from Davao Oriental State University. The study aims to understand the experiences of fisherfolk in Puntalinao, Piso, and Maputi, Banaybanay, Davao Oriental during seasonal fisheries closures. The summary is: [1] Participants will be asked questions in an interview about their experiences with seasonal fisheries closures. [2] Participants may feel discomfort discussing sensitive topics but can choose not to answer questions or withdraw from the study. [3] The study seeks to help government agencies and local fisherfolk understand the impact of closures and provide appropriate support.

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Form 10 A Informed Consent Form

This document provides an informed consent form for participants in a study conducted by researchers from Davao Oriental State University. The study aims to understand the experiences of fisherfolk in Puntalinao, Piso, and Maputi, Banaybanay, Davao Oriental during seasonal fisheries closures. The summary is: [1] Participants will be asked questions in an interview about their experiences with seasonal fisheries closures. [2] Participants may feel discomfort discussing sensitive topics but can choose not to answer questions or withdraw from the study. [3] The study seeks to help government agencies and local fisherfolk understand the impact of closures and provide appropriate support.

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DAVAO ORIENTAL STATE UNIVERSITY

Research Ethics Office

DOrSU-REO Form 10 (A)

Version:1 INFORMED CONSENT FORM

Date of Effectivity:02/09/2022

Name of Participant: ADULTS


__________________________________________________________________________
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Name of the Researcher(s): Sencion, Elsie, P., Suetos, Mariene Vien , Surail, Nordihadje J.,
Tabay, Aijunful G., Tadena Joanne M. and Yntig, Clara Jean N.
Contact number: _____________________________________________
Title of the Study/project: “Life on Sea: Exploring the Experiences of Fisherfolks during
Seasonal Fisheries Closure in Coastal Area in Puntalinao, Piso and
Maputi Banaybanay Davao Oriental”

INTRODUCTION

You are invited to participate in a study conducted by Sencion, Elsie, P., Suetos, Mariene
Vien , Surail, Nordihadje J., Tabay, Aijunful G., Tadena Joanne M. and Yntig, Clara Jean N. , at
Brg. Puntalinao Banaybanay Davao Oriental, because you fit the inclusion criteria for
informants of our study.

Your participation is completely voluntary. Please read the information below, and
ask question about anything you do not understand, before decide to discuss participation
with your family or friends.

If you decide to participate, you will be asked to sign this form and will be given a
copy of this form.

OBJECTIVES OF THE STUDY

This study aims to learn about local fisherfolks experiences with seasonal fisheries
closures, particularly among fisherfolks in Puntalinao, Piso and Maputi Banaybanay,
Davao Oriental. The researchers also want to know how they understand and how it
affects their life.

Specifically, this study aims to: 

1. To determine the lived experiences of local fishermen in Puntalinao, Piso and


Maputi Banaybanay, Davao Oriental, as a result of the Seasonal Fisheries
Closure.
2. To know what are the programs or interventions provided by the government
to the local fisherfolks of Puntalinao, Piso and Maputi Banaybanay Davao
Oriental.
3. To gain further knowledge in knowing their experiences during Seasonal
Fisheries Closure.
4. To assist them in understanding the objectives of Seasonal Fisheries Closure.

STUDY PROCEDURES
(Indicate here in detail the activity to be undertaken by the participant, including the
specific time/period and place of the activity).
If you volunteer to participate in this study, you will be asked to participate by

POTENTIAL RISK AND DISCOMFORTS


You may feel discomfort during the course of the interview (activity) because of the
sensitive nature of the topic being studied. You may opt not to answer questions which make
you feel any psychological or emotional distress or you can withdraw as a participant of the
study if you feel that you cannot discuss the information that is asked of you. The
researchers value your participation and will place your welfare as their highest priority
during the course of the study.

POTENTIAL BENEFITS TO PARTICIPANTS AND/OR TO SOCIETY


(Significance of the Study)
This study conducts to find out the lived experiences of local fisherfolks in
Puntalinao, Piso and Maputi Banaybanay, Davao Oriental about the implementation of
Seasonal Fisheries Closure, and significant to the following;
 Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR). They will be aware about the
result of Seasonal Fisheries Closure to the local tenant fisherfolks, and provide with
needed assistance, training, and seminars.
 Local fisherfolks. They will be able to understand the concept of the Seasonal
Fisheries Closure and should be provided with the appropriate solution, which aimed
to reduce their difficulties in fishing.
Future Researchers. The study's findings are beneficial to both current and future
researchers because they could be used as a foundation for new research or to determine the
validity of other related findings in the future. This will also serve as a cross-reference, giving
them a background or overview of the local fisherfolks experiences about the Seasonal
Fisheries Closure Implementation.

CONFIDENTIALITY
We will keep your records for this study as far as permitted by law. Any identifiable
information obtained in connection with this study will remain confidential, except if
necessary to protect your rights or welfare. This certificate means that the researcher will not
release of information about your information in publication or discuss in conferences and no
identifiable information will be used.

PARTICIPATION AND WITHDRAWAL


Your participation is voluntarily. Your refusal to participate will involve no penalty or
loss of benefits to which you are otherwise entitled. You may withdraw your consent at any
time and discontinue participation without penalty. You are not waiving any legal claims,
rights or remedies because of your participation in the research study.
If you have any questions or concern about the research, please feel free to contact
the researcher using the above information.

RIGHTS OF RESEARCH PARTICIPANT’S CONSENT


If you have questions, concerns, or complaints about your right as a research
participant or the research in general and are unable to contact the research team, or if you
want to talk to someone independent of the research team, please contact the Research
Ethics Office at the Davao Oriental State University, Dahican, City of Mati, Davao Oriental
with telephone number: +63 (087) 3883-195.

RESEARCH PARTICIPANT’S CONSENT


I have read the information provided above. I have been given a chance to ask
questions and were answered to my satisfaction. I agree to participate in this study and is
given a copy of this form. I understand that I can withdraw my consent at any time and
discontinue participation without penalty.

_____________________________________ ________________
Signature above Printed Name of Participant Date Signed

To be accomplished by the Researcher Obtaining Consent:

I have explained the research to the participant and answered all of his/her questions. I
believe that he/she understands the information described in this document and freely
consents to participate.

_____________________________________ ________________
Name of Person Obtaining Consent Date Signed

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